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How to save money on a child's buggyhttp://www.theguardian.com/money/2009/jul/29/saving-money-buggy
Marc Lockley is<strong> the Negotiator</strong>. Here he looks at how to save money on a buggy<p>The joy that a baby brings is beyond anything money can buy – less enjoyable are the mounting bills. Earlier this year it was claimed that <a href="http://www.guardian.co.uk/money/2009/jan/23/child-care-costs" title="Average cost of raising a child nears &pound;200,000">in the first year alone parents fork out an average of &pound;9,000</a> on bringing up their child. You might not need all the accessories that baby stores and manufacturers will try to sell you in your new role as a parent, but a pushchair will be vital. This can be a costly item, but there are ways to cut costs, whether you are going for the top of the range super deluxe or a budget buggy.</p><p></p> <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/money/2009/jul/29/saving-money-buggy">Continue reading...</a>Saving moneyConsumer affairsMoneyFamily financesFamilyLife and styleTue, 28 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/money/2009/jul/29/saving-money-buggyTatjana Alvegard/Getty ImagesFind a bargain, but make sure the wheels don't fall off. Photograph: Tatjana Alvegard/Getty ImagesTatjana Alvegard/Getty ImagesCurious baby in stroller Photograph: Tatjana Alvegard/Getty ImagesMarc Lockley2009-07-28T23:00:00ZCut the cost of your wedding receptionhttp://www.theguardian.com/money/2009/feb/18/negotiator-wedding-reception-saving
Marc Lockley is <strong>the Negotiator</strong>. This week he looks for the big saving that will help newlyweds get their marriage off to the best possible start<p>Your wedding should be the most memorable day of your life, but at an average cost in excess of &pound;20,000 you want to be sure you won't be remembering it for all the wrong reasons. The reception alone is likely to account for more than half your budget, but with some canny negotiating you can significantly reduce this cost. And you needn't skimp on quality. In fact, with the money you save, you could make the whole affair all the more lavish by going the extra mile with your honeymoon. So, where do you start?</p> <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/money/2009/feb/18/negotiator-wedding-reception-saving">Continue reading...</a>Planning your weddingFamily financesConsumer affairsSaving moneyLife and styleRelationshipsMoneyWeddingsWed, 18 Feb 2009 14:52:21 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/money/2009/feb/18/negotiator-wedding-reception-savingMartin Poole/Getty ImagesWeddings: Set your budget before you begin, and don't be tempted to waver. Photograph: Martin Poole/Getty ImagesMartin Poole/Getty ImagesWedding cake decorated with bride and groom figures on table by gifts. Photograph: Martin Poole/Getty ImagesMarc Lockley2009-02-18T14:52:21Z